Property Overview:
118 12th Ave is a single-family home in the Hayward Park neighborhood of San Mateo, CA, built in 1925. It features 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and approximately 1,530 sq. ft. of living space on a 5,000 sq. ft. lot. The home includes a detached 2-car garage, central heating, and is valued at around $1,504,000.
Neighborhood Highlights:
-
Crime Rate:
- Personal crime risk: 7.4% (lower than state average of 11.8%).
- Property crime risk: 11.4% (slightly higher than state average of 10.8%).
-
Schools:
Nearby schools include Sunnybrae Elementary, Borel Middle, and Aragon High.- Average SAT score: 1076 (553 Math, 523 English)—above state average of 975.
-
Job Market:
- 69.3% white-collar jobs, 30.7% blue-collar jobs.
- Unemployment rate: 2.6% (lower than state average of 4.7%).
-
Demographics:
- Community population: 23,121 (3% growth since 2000).
- 66% families with children.
- Largest age group: 45-54 years (15.88%), followed by 35-44 years (15.56%).
-
Natural Disaster Risk:
- Low flood risk, low tornado risk, high earthquake risk.
-
Weather:
- Average temperature: 50.8°F (January), 68.3°F (July).
- Average rainfall: 19.5 inches/year.
- Average snowfall: 0 inches/year.
-
Cost of Living:
- Median household income: $102,281.
- Average annual spending: $69,902.
Property Features:
- Spanish-style home with vintage charm and period details.
- Formal living room with wood-burning fireplace and picture windows.
- Separate dining room for special occasions.
- Original hardwood floors throughout (in need of refinishing).
- Spacious kitchen with gas stove and breakfast nook (currently used as a home office).
- Large rooms and adorable hall bath with mostly original appointments.
- Detached 2-car garage with alley access—potential to rebuild as an ADU.
- Private backyard with mature landscaping—ideal for relaxation, play, and entertaining.
- Fixer-upper opportunity: Potential for major addition and renovation to maximize value.
Location Benefits:
- Desirable Hayward Park neighborhood—historic and sought-after.
- Close to Central Park, downtown San Mateo, Caltrain, commute corridors, and SFO.
- Family-friendly community with strong schools and amenities nearby.